Danish Modern Opaline Glass Pendant from Voss, 1950s
By Voss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ceiling light from Voss Belysning in Denmark. Suitable for corridors, entrance area or corner
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Steel
Danish Modern Opaline Glass Pendant from Voss, 1950s
By Voss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ceiling light from Voss Belysning in Denmark. Suitable for corridors, entrance area or corner
Steel
Vintage Danish Pink Pendant Lamp from Jeka, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Tiered hanging ceiling light, designed and manufactured by Jeka Belysning in Denmark during the
Metal
Large Midcentury Opaline Pendant Lights from Denmark, 1960s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of three elegant pendants, opaline glass, Denmark, 1960s. The elegant shape and the diffuse
Brass
Aluminium Lighted Planter Pendant from Lyskaer, 1970s, Denmark
By HF Belysning, Lyskaer
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Large lighted planter pendant consisting of two brushed and lacquered aluminium halves hung together by four thin steel rods. The vented top part has a regular E26 size socket rate...
Aluminum
Danish Raw Aluminium Pendant Lamp from Nordisk Solar, 1960s
By Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in Esbjerg, DK
P1069L and was designed and manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s in a style inspired by Poul
Aluminum
Vintage Danish Tiered Brass Pendant Lamp from Jeka, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Tiered hanging ceiling light - Designed and manufactured by Jeka Belysning in Denmark during
Aluminum
Danish Modern Glass Globe Hanging Lamp from Vitrika, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This pendant light was designed and manufactured by Danish design trio Vitrika in the 1960s. The
Glass
Danish Midcentury Tiered Brass Pendant Lamp from Jeka, 1970s
By Jeka
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Designed and manufactured by Jeka Belysning in Denmark during the 1970s - Reminiscent of the PH 4 and PH 5
Aluminum
Copper Plated Aluminium Lighted Planter from Lyskaer, 1970s, Denmark
By HF Belysning, Lyskaer
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Small lighted planter consisting of two halves of copper-plated aluminium enameled white inside and hung together by three thin steel rods. The top part is vented and contain a E...
Aluminum, Copper
Danish Design Chandelier, 1960s, Scandinavian Teak Wood Veneer and Glass
Located in Hamburg, DE
Beautiful Danish design chandelier from the 1960s. This typical Scandinavian midcentury piece has
Metal
Midcentury Danish Acrylic and Brass Icicle Pendant from Vitrika, 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Surprising pendant in the form of an icicle, made by the Danish lighting manufacturer Vitrika
Brass
Vintage Danish White Tiered Pendant Lamp from Design Light, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- 5 Tiered hanging ceiling light - Designed and manufactured by Design-Light in Denmark during the
Steel
Vintage Danish White Tiered Ceiling Lamp from Design-Light, 1970s
By Design-Light
Located in Esbjerg, DK
-Light in Denmark during the 1970s - Reminiscent of the PH 4 and PH 5 lamps by Poul Henningsen - It is
Metal
Vintage Petrol Blue Ceiling Lamp in Opaline from Voss, Denmark, 1950s
By Voss Belysning
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ceiling light from Voss Belysning in Denmark. Manufactured during the 1950s in a style reminiscent
Steel
Danish Mid- Century Pair of Chandeliers by Bent Nordsted for Lyskaer, 1970s
By Bent Nordsted, Lyskjaer Belysning
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Marvelous and beautiful Pair of of two Danish chandeliers from 1970s. These pieces were designed
Metal
Mid-Century Brutalist Danish Studio Pottery Pendant Lamp from Bjørn Keramik, 60s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Brutalist studio ceramic pendant lamp by Bjørn Keramik from Denmark. This impressive ceramic lamp
Ceramic
Iconic Vintage Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1959
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1959 in blue. Poul Henningsen designed this iconic
Aluminum
Iconic Vintage Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from the 1970s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant for Louis Poulsen from the 1970s Renovated in satin green
Aluminum
Iconic Vintage Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamps from the 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamps from the 1960s. Poul Henningsen designed this iconic
Aluminum
Iconic Vintage Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from the 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from the 1960s in blue. Poul Henningsen designed this
Aluminum
Iconic Vintage Poul Henningsen 2nd Edition PH5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1959
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1959 in blue. Poul Henningsen designed this iconic
Aluminum
1960's Copper Cone Pendant Lamp from Th. Valentine Copenhagen Made in Denmark
By Th. Valentiner
Located in München, DE
the shape of a cone. Made in Denmark. Very good vintage condition, no damages to the lamp. Just a
Copper
Rare Danish Gold Striped Art Deco Opal Glass Pendant Lamp from Lyfa, 1930s
By Lyfa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
and designed by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1930s. Very reminiscent in style to later designs by
Opaline Glass
Iconic Rare 1st Edition Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1959
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic rare 1st edition vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1959 in red. Poul Henningsen
Aluminum
Iconic Rare 1st Edition Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1958
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic rare 1st edition vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1958 in purple ( series 1
Aluminum
Iconic Rare 1st Edition Poul Henningsen PH 5 Chandelier Pendant Lamp from 1958
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic rare 1st edition vintage PH 5 chandelier pendant lamp from 1958 in purple. Poul Henningsen
Aluminum
Vintage Green Pendant from Nordisk Solar, 1960s
By Nordisk Solar Co.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage green pendant from Nordisk Solar 1960s Striking Mid-Century Modern Danish lamp in matte
Metal
Vintage Nautical Pendant Lamp from Lyfa, 1960s
By Lyfa
Located in Esbjerg, DK
wire - It was manufactured by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1960s - The design may have been executed by
Brass, Copper
Scandinavian Modern Brass Pendant Lamp from ABO, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Metal Studio in Randers, Denmark circa 1970. The style is reminiscent og Hans Agne Jakobsson and Paavo
Brass
Scandinavian Pinstriped Glass Ceiling Lamp from Voss, 1950s
By Voss
Located in Esbjerg, DK
shade is made from red acrylic giving it a pink glow. It was manufactured by Voss in Denmark during the
Blown Glass, Acrylic
Vintage Pink Pendant Lamp from Nordisk Solar, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Denmark by Nordisk Solar Compagni the 1980s in a style celebrating Jorn Utzon.
Aluminum
Scandinavian Modern Orange Pendant Light from Lyskær, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
in Denmark during the 1970s. For looks it is mounted with a white jumbo bulb that is included in the
Aluminum
Green Cylindrical Pendant Lamps from Louis Poulsen, 1970s
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of green pendants designed by Eila and John Meiling and manufactured by Louis Poulsen in the 1970s. Model number: 16512. Both with the old sticker from Louis Poulsen to the in...
Steel
White Diablo Ceiling Lamp from Fog & Mørup & Holmegaard, 1950s
By Fog and Morup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
collaboration with Holmegaard in Denmark during the late 1950s.
Opaline Glass
Ceiling Lamp Made In Teak & Opal Glass From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This ceiling lamp is a timeless example of Danish design from the 1960s, made of teak wood and opal
Opaline Glass, Teak
White Diablo Ceiling Lamp from Fog & Mørup & Holmegaard, 1950s
By Fog and Morup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
collaboration with Holmegaard in Denmark during the late 1950s. Two available. Price per 1 piece.
Opaline Glass
Vintage Scandinavian Grey Tiered Pendant Lamp from Lyskær, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Tiered hanging/ceiling light - Designed and manufactured by Lyskær Belysning in Denmark during
Metal
Scandinavian Mid-Century Brass & Opaline Pendant Lamp from Frimann
Located in Esbjerg, DK
designed by Frimann in Denmark during the 1970s. The style is reminiscent of Hans Agne Jakobsson and Lisa
Brass
Iconic Rare PH5 Special Edition 10 Year Jubilee Model from 1968
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Søborg, DK
this 10 year jubilee model. This iconic chandelier lamp is in great condition and is very straight but
Aluminum
Verner Panton Large VP Globe, Original Production from the 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
A rare version of the Verner Panton VP Globe lamp in the large 60cm diameter version , this size has never been reproduced . An all original item made by Louis Poulsen and designed i...
Pendant Made In Wood With Chinese-style Decoration Lantern From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
Made of wood with intricate carvings, this pendant lamp reflects the rich artistic heritage of Chinese craftsmanship from the 1930s. With its detailed motifs and traditional techniqu...
Wood
Ph 2/1 Stem Fitting Of Chrome by Poul Henningsen From 1980s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Poulsen in the 1980s, epitomizes the iconic Danish lighting design of the era. Crafted from chrome, its
Metal
Sold|$650
Ceiling Lamp from Denmark
Located in Pasadena, CA
A unique, cream white Danish-designed plastic ceiling lamp. The outer points of a starfish form are
Metal
Danish Modern Layered Pendant Lamp from Formlight, Denmark, 1960s
By Form Light
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish modern layered pendant lamp from Formlight, Denmark. White lacquered metal. From the 1960s.
Metal
Danish Industrial Pendant Lamp from Copenhagen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
for use within the municipality. Produced by Phillips, Denmark, made of patinated glass fibre. Wiring
Fiberglass
Danish Copper Pendant from the from the 1950s
Located in Mørkøv, 85
Large and elegant Mid-Century Modern copper pendant from the 1950s. Minimalistic in it´s design, copper on the outside and opaline glass at the inside. Good vintage condition. ...
Copper
Danish Mid-Century Copper Ceiling Light from Fog and Morup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup
Located in Haderslev, DK
Beautful Danish Eifel pendant by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup of Denmark, 1963. Extremely well
Copper
Danish Semi Pendant Light from AKA, 1960s
Located in Chesham, GB
This Danish semi model pendant light was made by AKA and is labeled by the maker. The light has a
Metal
Cone Shaped Handcrafted Copper Pendant from Denmark, 1970s
By Th. Valentiner
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Handcrafted Danish cone shaped copper pendent lamp with beautiful brass details. Made in Denmark in
Brass, Copper
Cone Shaped Handcrafted Copper Pendant from Denmark, 1970s
By Th. Valentiner
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Handcrafted Danish cone shaped copper pendent lamp with beautiful brass details. Made in Denmark in
Brass, Copper
Large Blue Tulip Ceiling Lamp from Denmark, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Round pendant in tulip form made of metal. The surface is lacquered in a beautiful blue and the reflector in white. The perforated dome let the light shine through to the ceiling. It...
Metal
Danish Green Model Viola Pendant Light from Jeka, 1960s
By Jeka
Located in Chesham, GB
This Danish green pendant light from Jeka and features a green exterior. It is labelled: Model
Metal
Danish Model Desiree Cream Pendant Light from Lyfa, 1970s
By Lyfa
Located in Chesham, GB
This Danish model desire pendant light was made by Danish manufacturer Lyfa in the 1970s.
Metal
Danish Copper Hanging Lamp from Fog and Mørup, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is a solid copper lamp with black lacquered ring produced by Fog and Mørup in Denmark in the
Copper
Vintage Midcentury Danish Copper Plated Pendant Light from Lyskaer, 1969
By Lyskjaer Belysning, Lyskaer
Located in Enschede, NL
Beautiful midcentury pendant light (model no. 705) from Lyskjaer Belysning, Denmark. Copper-plated
Aluminum
Pressed Glass and Aluminium, Danish Ceiling Lights from the 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Pressed glass with aluminium tops, pendant pair from the 1960s by Vitrika (presumed), in very good vintage condition. A pair of medium sized hanging lights, each comprised of a th...
Aluminum
White Ceiling Pendant by Fog Morup, Denmark. Scandinavian Modernism from 1960s.
By Jon Olafsson, Fog & Mørup, Petur Luthersson
Located in Haderslev, DK
When you combine magnificent craftsmanship and brilliant design you might end up with something like this beauty, the impressive Hekla. The light consists of ten white lacquered s...
Lacquer
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Chandeliers should be between half and three quarts, the width of the tabletop located below it, however, this is, of course, subject to change based on the size of the room.
The weight of a chandelier is dependent on the ceiling’s strength. A concrete ceiling can likely support any size chandelier because of its sturdiness, but a wooden or drywalled ceiling will not be able to support as much weight due to its more fragility.
A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.
Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
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